Tip & Bill Splitter: Frequently Asked Questions

Technically, tip on the pre-tax subtotal (you are tipping for service, not the government's tax). In practice, most people tip on the post-tax total for simplicity, and the difference is small. The tool lets you do it either way.

15% is the minimum for adequate service. 18–20% is standard for good service. 20–25% is for excellent service. For counter service and takeout, 10–15% or no tip is typical.

Enter each person's individual order amount and the tool calculates their share of the tip proportionally. Each person's total reflects both what they ordered and their fair share of the tip.

Many restaurants add automatic gratuity (typically 18–20%) for groups of 6 or more. It appears as a line item on your bill. Check before adding your own tip — you may already have tipped.

For takeout, 10–15% is appreciated but not required. For delivery, 15–20% is standard given the driver's time and expenses. For third-party delivery apps (DoorDash, Uber Eats), the tip goes to the driver — the restaurant does not receive it.

In the US, where servers typically earn below minimum wage with tips making up the difference, not tipping for adequate service is generally considered rude. In countries with higher base wages or different service cultures, the norm varies widely — research local customs when travelling.